Gliding Towing
G'day all,
Just wanted to get some input on my current situation. Approx 200 hour PPL (doing my CPL theory atm). I've been given what I think is a great opportunity to tow full time at a large gliding club for 4 months. This requires unpaid leave from work etc. but in return gives me 200 odd hours flying the Pawnee.
Most people I've bounced this off agree it's a great opportunity, but I've recently had a chat to someone who thinks the time off work (lost income) vs. a good chunk of hours in a Pawnee is not really worth it, as PA25/glider towing hours aren't necessarily regarded as quality flying hours opposed to me spending my lost income on an instrument rating or 200 series time.
To be honest, I still think it's a great opportunity as I love flying the Pawnee and I actually think the flying hours are quite valuable in terms of 'stick and rudder' time. Anyway, this persons opinion has obviously got me second guessing myself so I thought I'd put it to some people who are in industry or have had similar experiences.
Any advice would be appreciated.